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Visiting a Health Clinic for Women’s Health Screenings

Mesa Family Physician

Women’s health screenings are an essential part of preventive care, yet many people aren’t sure what to expect during these visits—or when the right time is to schedule them. These screenings might include a pap smear, pelvic exam, breast exam, or referrals for mammograms depending on your age and family history.

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Clinic views on tobacco screening and treatment for racially and ethnically minoritized parents in pediatric primary care [Child and adolescent health]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: This study examined current tobacco screening practices and clinician, staff, and health system leaders’ perceptions of facilitators and barriers to addressing parental tobacco use during pediatric visits among racially and ethnically minoritized parents in one health system.

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What Should I Ask My Doctor During a Checkup?

Mesa Family Physician

Asking the right questions can help you understand your health better, stay ahead of potential problems, and make informed decisions. Lifestyle and Prevention What Should I Do to Stay Healthy? But many people aren’t sure what to talk about during these visits. After all, your health is one of your most valuable assets.

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Proactive Wellness: The Lifesaving Benefits of Regular Check-ups 

East Cary Family Physicians

Regular check-ups allow your healthcare provider to conduct screenings, perform tests, and monitor vital indicators that may indicate the early onset of such conditions. Preventive Care and Health Maintenance: Beyond early detection, health check-ups facilitate preventive care.

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Key Benefits of Regularly Seeing Your Primary Doctor

Hitchcock Family Medicine

The foundation of health is preventive care. According to Healthcare IT News, only 67% of people aged 25-35 have a primary care physician. There are several health screenings that you'll receive or that you can request at a regular doctor visit. Measures can be taken now to prevent problems from developing.

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5 things you can do to improve your health that have nothing to do with dieting

Vida Family Medicine

As a family physician, I spend a lot of time with patients focusing on how to best take care of themselves to prevent or manage chronic disease. Avoid screen use for at least 1-2hrs before bedtime and create a relaxing bedtime routine to help ease yourself into sleep.

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Podcast: AI, innovation, and value-based care in medicine

Permanente Medicine

Contributing to this challenge is the exponential growth of information, an expanding population of older adults, and office visit documentation. In addition, Dr. Nguyen co-chairs the SCPMG Virtual Medical Center and brings extensive expertise as a practicing family medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente. Thank you for sharing that.